The Hill Travel Guide
St. Louis
Popular places to visit
St. Louis Union Station
You can learn more about the history of St. Louis during your trip to a well-known site such as St. Louis Union Station. Experience the area's great live music or attend a baseball game.
Busch Stadium
Catch an event at Busch Stadium during your trip to St. Louis. Experience the area's fascinating museums or attend a baseball game.
Gateway Arch
Enjoy 360-degree views and learn about the history of St. Louis at this world-famous landmark.
St. Louis Zoo
In the middle of St. Louis, meet the exotic and endangered animals that live in meticulously recreated ecosystems from all over the world.
Enterprise Center
Catch an event at Enterprise Center during your trip to St. Louis. Experience the area's fascinating museums or attend a baseball game.
Washington University in St. Louis
Explore the campus of Washington University in St. Louis during your stay in St. Louis. Amble around the area's lush forest or attend a sporting event.
Things to do
St. Louis Ghost Tour: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Downtown St. Louis Smartphone Guided Audio Walking Tour App
St Louis Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows Ghost Tour
St. Louis Premium Small Group Tour With Arch & River Cruise
St Louis Self-Guided Driving and Walking Audio Tour
St. Louis Premium Driving Tour with Boat Ride & Arch
Top hotels in The Hill
Forest Park Hotel by MDR
Rated 5 stars for this being a cheap hotel. I travel a lot and look for rooms that are cheap but give decent experiences and this hotel was easy going and room was neat. Despite the cigarettes smell throughout the whole floor it was a great experience. Searched for dirtiness and bugs and could not ...
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Red Roof Inn PLUS+ St Louis - Forest Park/ Hampton Ave
Quick check in, just wanted a bed for overnight. Nothing great.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
21C Museum Hotel St Louis
Everything was superlative. Staff, hotel, room, pool.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay
Friendly staff. Great breakfast. Location and parking convenient. Would stay again.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Pear Tree Inn St. Louis Airport
Great experience
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis at the Arch
Room was spotless. Only problem was the shower pin would not stay up so we had to take baths.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Hill
Southwest Garden
While Southwest Garden may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Missouri Botanical Gardens and Arboretum and St. Louis Science Center.
The Grove
While there might not be top attractions in The Grove, you can explore the larger area and discover places like St. Louis Science Center and Missouri Botanical Gardens and Arboretum.
Dogtown
When in Dogtown, you can plan a visit to St. Louis Zoo and St. Louis Art Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Shaw
Shaw might not have many top sights, but Missouri Botanical Gardens and Arboretum and St. Louis Science Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Tower Grove South
Tower Grove South might not have many top sights, but Missouri Botanical Gardens and Arboretum and Cherokee Street are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Central West End
If you're looking for things to see and do in Central West End, ample dining options and lush forests are highlights. You might also check out World Chess Hall of Fame while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Central West End Station to get around town.
